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Answer: CSet 2: Trigonometry (Intermediate)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Intriguingly, in a right triangle, the opposite side is 3, adjacent side is 4, and hypotenuse is 5. Find sin(angle).
In a right triangle, the opposite side is 3, adjacent side is 4, and hypotenuse is 5. Find sin(angle).
A.
3/4
B.
5/3
C.✓ Correct
3/5
D.
4/5
Detailed Explanation
[Variation 2] Choice C is the best answer. sin = opposite/hypotenuse = 3/5
Why others are wrong:
A: 3/4 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 5/3 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 4/5 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.